The purpose of OWCA is to protect and
enhance the natural and cultural heritage of
the watersheds of the Obed River and its
tributaries within Cumberland County, TN
through community education, creating
opportunities for community research
projects, and promoting conservation,
recreation, and best management practices.
enhance the natural and cultural heritage of
the watersheds of the Obed River and its
tributaries within Cumberland County, TN
through community education, creating
opportunities for community research
projects, and promoting conservation,
recreation, and best management practices.
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| Welcome |
| Obed Watershed Community Association |
| June 2009 OWCA Ripples newsletter as pdf. |
| OWCA Mascot The Spotfin Chub |
| Upcoming Events |
JUNE
Common Ground is located at 405 W.
4th St. in Crossville. For more info,
931/4848-9033.
6 Come See Us at the Inter-
national Celebration. 1-2pm
Saturday June 6 Crossville Depot
We’ll have an information booth and
will be giving out water as an
expression of our focus on the streams
of Cumberland County. It’s a fun
event with food from all different
cultures of the world. Help celebrate
human diversity.
10 Wildflower Walk
Wed. June 10, 9-11
Master botanist Bill Hess will again
lead us as we explore the world of
trees and plants of the Obed River
Park. Meet at the big pavilion in the
park. The Park is located just past the
county fairgrounds on 70N.
15 Stream Clean-up at
Devil’s Breakfast Table
Monday, June 15 9:00 to 11:00
We will be conducting our first-of-
the-season clean-up at the Devil’s
Breakfast table, a popular swimming
and picnicking area, just inside the
boundary of the Obed National Park.
Wear long pants. We have bags,
gloves, etc. Meet us out there, or
caravan from Common Ground (405
W 4th St), leaving at 8:30 a.m.
23 Rain Barrel Workshop
June 23 Common Ground.
The fourth Rain Barrel Workshop of
the year is Tuesday, June 23 from 4:
00 to 6:00 p.m. As with last year, the
time block is divided up into half-hour
blocks. Price this year is $40/barrel,
which includes all the parts assembled
on the barrel. We are also including a
free membership with the price.
Already a member? Your price is
$30. Tell your friends and neighbors
to sign up as soon as possible. These
workshops fill quickly. Call 484-9033
to register.
26 Stream Restoration
Workday. Saturday June 26 - 9:00
- 12noon
We will be restoring a section of the
Obed River between Sparta Drive and
70S. This will involve moving some
rocks to modify the way the stream
hits the bank and tying cedar
revetments to the banks to protect
them from further erosion. We will be
working both on the banks and in the
water. It is physical labor but not
back-breaking work. If you’re
interested in participating in repairing a
stream, come join us. Snacks will be
provided. Call 484-9033 for
directions. This is in town, not far
from the Kroger Shopping Center.
Common Ground is located at 405 W.
4th St. in Crossville. For more info,
931/4848-9033.
6 Come See Us at the Inter-
national Celebration. 1-2pm
Saturday June 6 Crossville Depot
We’ll have an information booth and
will be giving out water as an
expression of our focus on the streams
of Cumberland County. It’s a fun
event with food from all different
cultures of the world. Help celebrate
human diversity.
10 Wildflower Walk
Wed. June 10, 9-11
Master botanist Bill Hess will again
lead us as we explore the world of
trees and plants of the Obed River
Park. Meet at the big pavilion in the
park. The Park is located just past the
county fairgrounds on 70N.
15 Stream Clean-up at
Devil’s Breakfast Table
Monday, June 15 9:00 to 11:00
We will be conducting our first-of-
the-season clean-up at the Devil’s
Breakfast table, a popular swimming
and picnicking area, just inside the
boundary of the Obed National Park.
Wear long pants. We have bags,
gloves, etc. Meet us out there, or
caravan from Common Ground (405
W 4th St), leaving at 8:30 a.m.
23 Rain Barrel Workshop
June 23 Common Ground.
The fourth Rain Barrel Workshop of
the year is Tuesday, June 23 from 4:
00 to 6:00 p.m. As with last year, the
time block is divided up into half-hour
blocks. Price this year is $40/barrel,
which includes all the parts assembled
on the barrel. We are also including a
free membership with the price.
Already a member? Your price is
$30. Tell your friends and neighbors
to sign up as soon as possible. These
workshops fill quickly. Call 484-9033
to register.
26 Stream Restoration
Workday. Saturday June 26 - 9:00
- 12noon
We will be restoring a section of the
Obed River between Sparta Drive and
70S. This will involve moving some
rocks to modify the way the stream
hits the bank and tying cedar
revetments to the banks to protect
them from further erosion. We will be
working both on the banks and in the
water. It is physical labor but not
back-breaking work. If you’re
interested in participating in repairing a
stream, come join us. Snacks will be
provided. Call 484-9033 for
directions. This is in town, not far
from the Kroger Shopping Center.
| Lilly Overlook of the Obed River |
| Contact OWCA Dennis Gregg, Executive Director Obed Watershed Community Association 185 Hood Drive Crossville TN 38555 931/484-9033 dennisgregg@gmail.com |
